60 http://www.prwebpodcast.com A Top 30 Stream of EXPERIENCE COMMUNICATIONS Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com (PRWeb) podMaster@emediawire.com Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:17:30 -0700 EXPERIENCE COMMUNICATIONS http://www.prweb.com/prwebrss.gif 130 49 http://prwebpodcast.com Copyright PRWeb International, Inc. en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss A Top 30 Stream of EXPERIENCE COMMUNICATIONS Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb A Top 30 Stream of EXPERIENCE COMMUNICATIONS Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com PR Web PRWeb no http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/consumerelectronicsshow/prweb1831544.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/consumerelectronicsshow/prweb1831544.htm Version 2.0 of OASIS Platform Enriches PC Use With User Driven Interface [PRWeb Jan 7, 2009] http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/consumerelectronicsshow/prweb1831544.htm Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:53:27 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com Digital Delivery Networks, Inc. (DDNi), a PC customer-experience company, today announced OASIS 2.0, a revolutionary PC software interface for end-users. Developed for PC OEMs to deliver their own custom branded platform, OASIS 2.0 allows PC companies to improve the user software and interface that ship with their computers. Consumers benefit from the ability to tailor their PC experience to best suit their needs and unify how they want to interact with their computer between the desktop, software, online applications and websites. The DDNi OASIS platform will be demonstrated in the Lenovo Product Showcase at the AquaKnox inside the Venetian Hotel at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show. "Over all the years of one vendor beating up another on performance, PC OEMs are moving the battle into who can improve the user experience more," said Rob Enderle, Principal Analyst, Enderle Group. "User experience is the primary battlefield and everything else is a distant second. This focus by vendors as well as OEMs who are going down similar paths, should result in well-differentiated experiences that real people can choose between and an overall improvement in our satisfaction with PC-based products." As the main launch point for the PC user, the OASIS 2.0 launch site can be customized to the user's specifications. DDNi's intuitive drag-and-drop interface allows the user to add commonly used applications like Microsoft Office, favorite web locations, peripheral devices, and personal preferences into a centralized location. Other personal files and entertainment including music, games, pictures, and videos can be added to the DDNi interface to give users the power to control their digital content and experience it how they want to - without competing applications trying to switch user preferences. The dynamic drag-and-drop interface can also help users easily create "sharable experiences," such as a slideshow of a recent vacation with background music, or favorite items on a retail shopping site, that can be spontaneously shared with others via embedded social networking features. The DDNi platform unifies the user experience beginning the first time the PC is powered on. This is accomplished by streamlining preferences, profiles and user choices to create one-click navigation for users to access local files, websites and web services. Single sign-on and a secure centralized payment center allow the user to only enter these details once for use throughout hundreds of supported sites. Without OASIS 2.0, users have a disparate PC experience where applications, internet services and web locations have separate starting points, with each requiring distinct logon credentials and payment details for every transaction. As PC OEMs integrate a custom branded DDNi 2.0 platform into their systems, the end result is a more satisfying and secure user experience that builds a long term relationship with the PC OEM... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/consumerelectronicsshow/prweb1831544.htm]]> MARK PETERSON DDNi Showcases New Personalized Experience for PC Users at 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show Digital Delivery Networks, Inc. (DDNi), a PC customer-experience company, today announced OASIS 2.0, a revolutionary PC software interface for end-users. Developed for PC OEMs to deliver their own custom branded platform, OASIS 2.0 allows PC companies to improve the user software and interface that ship with their computers. Consumers benefit from the ability to tailor their PC experience to best suit their needs and unify how they want to interact with their computer between the desktop, software, online applications and websites. The DDNi OASIS platform will be demonstrated in the Lenovo Product Showcase at the AquaKnox inside the Venetian Hotel at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show. "Over all the years of one vendor beating up another on performance, PC OEMs are moving the battle into who can improve the user experience more," said Rob Enderle, Principal Analyst, Enderle Group. "User experience is the primary battlefield and everything else is a distant second. This focus by vendors as well as OEMs who are going down similar paths, should result in well-differentiated experiences that real people can choose between and an overall improvement in our satisfaction with PC-based products." As the main launch point for the PC user, the OASIS 2.0 launch site can be customized to the user's specifications. DDNi's intuitive drag-and-drop interface allows the user to add commonly used applications like Microsoft Office, favorite web locations, peripheral devices, and personal preferences into a centralized location. Other personal files and entertainment including music, games, pictures, and videos can be added to the DDNi interface to give users the power to control their digital content and experience it how they want to - without competing applications trying to switch user preferences. The dynamic drag-and-drop interface can also help users easily create "sharable experiences," such as a slideshow of a recent vacation with background music, or favorite items on a retail shopping site, that can be spontaneously shared with others via embedded social networking features. The DDNi platform unifies the user experience beginning the first time the PC is powered on. This is accomplished by streamlining preferences, profiles and user choices to create one-click navigation for users to access local files, websites and web services. Single sign-on and a secure centralized payment center allow the user to only enter these details once for use throughout hundreds of supported sites. Without OASIS 2.0, users have a disparate PC experience where applications, internet services and web locations have separate starting points, with each requiring distinct logon credentials and payment details for every transaction. As PC OEMs integrate a custom branded DDNi 2.0 platform into their systems, the end result is a more satisfying and secure user experience that builds a long term relationship with the PC OEM... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/consumerelectronicsshow/prweb1831544.htm]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/michaelkuptz/prweb1388604.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/michaelkuptz/prweb1388604.htm Kuptz Brings More than 20 Years of Global PC Industry Leadership to the Post. [PRWeb Oct 2, 2008] http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/michaelkuptz/prweb1388604.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2008 07:22:09 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com Digital Delivery Networks, Inc. (DDNi), a PC customer experience company, has appointed Michael V. Kuptz as Chief Executive Officer. Effective immediately, Kuptz assumes responsibility for accelerating the delivery and adoption of the DDNi platform, which includes increasing PC manufacturer and distribution channel relationships and developing new product and service agreements to improve and enhance end-user's experience. "DDNi's technology represents a shift in how users experience and value their PC from the first time they power on their machine, through system upgrades, to daily use with more access to various enhancements and entertainment," stated Mr. Kuptz. "As PC manufacturers and distribution partners struggle with global pricing pressures and the commoditization of PCs, DDNi increases the value of their products with a customized brand experience that provides value added services and generates new revenue streams. I am thrilled to join the talented team at DDNi and look forward to aligning our resources to capitalize existing market opportunities and forging new partnerships that will propel the company's exponential growth potential." "Michael brings to DDNi an extensive background in the personal computing industry and internet services environment and has deep senior management experience. We are very pleased to have Michael leading our world-class team at DDNi," said Chris Luck, chairman of DDNi and managing director of GLR Growth Fund in Scotts Valley, California. Prior to joining DDNi, Mr. Kuptz was Vice President and General Manager with Lenovo Group Limited, Americas Consumer Business Group (CBG) where he launched Lenovo's Consumer Products within the Americas. Under Kuptz's leadership, CBG's sales grew rapidly while he was responsible for all functional lines of business which included finance, marketing, sales, service and support operations; product management and human resources. Previously, he served as the Vice President and General Manager of the U.S. Channel, Mid-Market and Transactional Business at Lenovo. Mr. Kuptz came to Lenovo from IBM's Personal Computer Division (PCD) and was part of the Lenovo Acquisition of IBM's Personal Computer Division in May 2005. He successfully led the integration of Lenovo and IBM divisions, retained top talent throughout the transition and gained share across high growth segments within SMB and Consumer segments. Mr. Kuptz spent 20 years at IBM and his career included numerous executive and management positions within IBM's portfolio of offerings including system hardware and software sales, product development, server brand management and brand marketing. Of note is his leadership of the sales and operation team that launched the world's smallest hard disk drive, the IBM Microdrive in 1999. Mr. Kuptz holds degrees in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). About DDNi: Digital Delivery Networks (DDNi) is a PC customer experience company that provides software, infrastructure and digital marketing opportunities to personal computer (PC) companies, distribution partners and retailers. DDNi clients sustain superior application software and internet services and enable contextual marketing during the customers' daily... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/michaelkuptz/prweb1388604.htm]]> MARK PETERSON DDNi Appoints Michael Kuptz as CEO Digital Delivery Networks, Inc. (DDNi), a PC customer experience company, has appointed Michael V. Kuptz as Chief Executive Officer. Effective immediately, Kuptz assumes responsibility for accelerating the delivery and adoption of the DDNi platform, which includes increasing PC manufacturer and distribution channel relationships and developing new product and service agreements to improve and enhance end-user's experience. "DDNi's technology represents a shift in how users experience and value their PC from the first time they power on their machine, through system upgrades, to daily use with more access to various enhancements and entertainment," stated Mr. Kuptz. "As PC manufacturers and distribution partners struggle with global pricing pressures and the commoditization of PCs, DDNi increases the value of their products with a customized brand experience that provides value added services and generates new revenue streams. I am thrilled to join the talented team at DDNi and look forward to aligning our resources to capitalize existing market opportunities and forging new partnerships that will propel the company's exponential growth potential." "Michael brings to DDNi an extensive background in the personal computing industry and internet services environment and has deep senior management experience. We are very pleased to have Michael leading our world-class team at DDNi," said Chris Luck, chairman of DDNi and managing director of GLR Growth Fund in Scotts Valley, California. Prior to joining DDNi, Mr. Kuptz was Vice President and General Manager with Lenovo Group Limited, Americas Consumer Business Group (CBG) where he launched Lenovo's Consumer Products within the Americas. Under Kuptz's leadership, CBG's sales grew rapidly while he was responsible for all functional lines of business which included finance, marketing, sales, service and support operations; product management and human resources. Previously, he served as the Vice President and General Manager of the U.S. Channel, Mid-Market and Transactional Business at Lenovo. Mr. Kuptz came to Lenovo from IBM's Personal Computer Division (PCD) and was part of the Lenovo Acquisition of IBM's Personal Computer Division in May 2005. He successfully led the integration of Lenovo and IBM divisions, retained top talent throughout the transition and gained share across high growth segments within SMB and Consumer segments. Mr. Kuptz spent 20 years at IBM and his career included numerous executive and management positions within IBM's portfolio of offerings including system hardware and software sales, product development, server brand management and brand marketing. Of note is his leadership of the sales and operation team that launched the world's smallest hard disk drive, the IBM Microdrive in 1999. Mr. Kuptz holds degrees in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). About DDNi: Digital Delivery Networks (DDNi) is a PC customer experience company that provides software, infrastructure and digital marketing opportunities to personal computer (PC) companies, distribution partners and retailers. DDNi clients sustain superior application software and internet services and enable contextual marketing during the customers' daily... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/ddni/michaelkuptz/prweb1388604.htm]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/clearwateranalytics/moneyfundtransparency/prweb1122984.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/clearwateranalytics/moneyfundtransparency/prweb1122984.htm Clearwater's Money Fund Transparency allows investors to quickly review risk analytics, holdings and performance metrics for individual funds and to compare funds on a consistent basis. [PRWeb Jul 22, 2008] http://www.prweb.com/releases/clearwateranalytics/moneyfundtransparency/prweb1122984.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:06:01 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com Clearwater Analytics, a leading provider of web-based investment portfolio reporting, today announced the availability of the industry's first Money Fund Transparency™ platform. Created for money market fund managers in response to investor demand, the Money Fund Transparency platform provides risk analytics, holdings and performance metrics online in a standardized format. The platform also provides detailed qualitative information on the fund, the manager, and the organization as a whole. The reporting on all participating funds is available to investors on the Clearwater website, on the websites of money fund portals and on the websites of the participating fund managers. Turmoil in the financial markets has driven a flight to quality and liquidity and has increased the demand for transparency by investors. Money fund assets have grown significantly and many investors have meaningful percentages of their assets in money market funds. While money market funds do provide information on their holdings, the information is not made available in a standardized format and it is difficult and time consuming to evaluate. Clearwater's Money Fund Transparency platform presents risk analytics, holdings and returns in an easily accessible, legible, and consistent format permitting efficient fund analysis, comparison, and selection. The risk analytics include exposure to issuers, sectors, asset classes, credit ratings, duration and other critical measures. "With a broad array of money funds from which to choose, it is difficult to collect and compare risk and return information in an efficient manner," said Tim Muindi, assistant treasurer of VeriSign, Inc. "A fund that participates in this initiative is addressing an important need and is sending a strong signal about their confidence in the fund's holdings and risk profile, which in turn provides me with an enhanced level of understanding and confidence in my investment decision." The Clearwater Money Fund Transparency platform provides potential investors with tools to make informed decisions about the participating funds and ensures that the fund's clients feel comfortable with the types of investments they are making. Antoine Hamelin, treasury manager at eBay, shared, "Clearwater's platform will change the way in which Money Funds share and publish their information. The platform consolidates the information and research I need into one comprehensive view so that I can make informed decisions." Funds that are working with Clearwater Analytics see Money Fund Transparency as an opportunity to distinguish themselves from their competitors and to tell their story to existing and potential investors. Invesco Aim, one of the world's largest, most diversified global investment management firms is among the first to publish selected money funds using the Clearwater Money Fund Transparency platform. Bill Hoppe, executive vice president at Invesco Aim stated, "The ability to better communicate and provide customers with essential investment information is central to our success. The introduction of... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/clearwateranalytics/moneyfundtransparency/prweb1122984.htm]]> Bill Cox Clearwater Analytics Introduces Industry's First Money Fund Transparency Platform Clearwater Analytics, a leading provider of web-based investment portfolio reporting, today announced the availability of the industry's first Money Fund Transparency™ platform. Created for money market fund managers in response to investor demand, the Money Fund Transparency platform provides risk analytics, holdings and performance metrics online in a standardized format. The platform also provides detailed qualitative information on the fund, the manager, and the organization as a whole. The reporting on all participating funds is available to investors on the Clearwater website, on the websites of money fund portals and on the websites of the participating fund managers. Turmoil in the financial markets has driven a flight to quality and liquidity and has increased the demand for transparency by investors. Money fund assets have grown significantly and many investors have meaningful percentages of their assets in money market funds. While money market funds do provide information on their holdings, the information is not made available in a standardized format and it is difficult and time consuming to evaluate. Clearwater's Money Fund Transparency platform presents risk analytics, holdings and returns in an easily accessible, legible, and consistent format permitting efficient fund analysis, comparison, and selection. The risk analytics include exposure to issuers, sectors, asset classes, credit ratings, duration and other critical measures. "With a broad array of money funds from which to choose, it is difficult to collect and compare risk and return information in an efficient manner," said Tim Muindi, assistant treasurer of VeriSign, Inc. "A fund that participates in this initiative is addressing an important need and is sending a strong signal about their confidence in the fund's holdings and risk profile, which in turn provides me with an enhanced level of understanding and confidence in my investment decision." The Clearwater Money Fund Transparency platform provides potential investors with tools to make informed decisions about the participating funds and ensures that the fund's clients feel comfortable with the types of investments they are making. Antoine Hamelin, treasury manager at eBay, shared, "Clearwater's platform will change the way in which Money Funds share and publish their information. The platform consolidates the information and research I need into one comprehensive view so that I can make informed decisions." Funds that are working with Clearwater Analytics see Money Fund Transparency as an opportunity to distinguish themselves from their competitors and to tell their story to existing and potential investors. Invesco Aim, one of the world's largest, most diversified global investment management firms is among the first to publish selected money funds using the Clearwater Money Fund Transparency platform. Bill Hoppe, executive vice president at Invesco Aim stated, "The ability to better communicate and provide customers with essential investment information is central to our success. The introduction of... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/clearwateranalytics/moneyfundtransparency/prweb1122984.htm]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/1/prweb500930.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/1/prweb500930.htm Customers and Market Embrace New Products to Spur 56% Growth in Q4 for Confio Software. Notable new customers licensing Ignite in Q4 2006 include Mercury / HP, Metlife, and Network Appliance. [PRWeb Jan 30, 2007] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/1/prweb500930.htm Tue, 30 Jan 2007 12:06:06 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com Confio Software, the leading developer of Wait-Time based performance tools for databases and the applications that depend on them, today announced that bookings growth for the fourth quarter of 2006 increased by 56% over the prior quarter, a 257% increase from the same period a year ago. Achievements in Q4 included the release and first commercial licensing of the new Ignite™ for SQL Server, extending Confio's Wait-Time database performance methodology from Oracle to Microsoft environments. "The demand for the Confio Igniter Suite products by both new customers and existing sites drove growth for the sixth consecutive record quarter," said Charlie Sander, CEO of Confio. "In addition to adding some new marquee customers, the expansion of licenses and sales of our new Ignite for SQL Server product to existing customers is a testament to the measurable value and immediate impact our products generate." The Igniter™ Suite now includes Ignite for Oracle, Ignite for RAC, Ignite for SQL Server, and Ignite for Java. All are focused on improving service levels for applications using the database, and on reducing the infrastructure cost of operating the databases. Ignite for SQL Server now makes it possible for sites with mixed Microsoft and Oracle environments to use a single system to apply best-practice performance methods across their enterprise. A few notable new customers licensing Ignite in Q4 2006 include Mercury / HP, Metlife, and Network Appliance. Confio Ignite delivers rapid results for database performance management. Customers are able to download, install and begin identifying problems within 30 minutes. Unlike general purpose database performance tools that only count database wide statistics, Ignite identifies the exact Wait-Time impact that each SQL statement has on end user response, and shows specifically how to minimize the delay. Free trials can be obtained instantly at www.confio.com. About Confio Software Confio Software develops Oracle, SQL Server & Java application performance management tools that are revolutionizing how databases and the applications that depend on them are monitored, managed and optimized. Built on industry best-practice Wait-Time methods, Confio Igniter Suite improves service levels and reduces costs for database and application infrastructure. Confio is based in Boulder, Colorado, with customers worldwide. For more information see www.confio.com. Media Contact Mark Peterson Experience Communications for Confio Tel: +1.831.626.4400 ###]]> MARK PETERSON for Confio Software Strong Demand for Confio Ignite for SQL Server and Confio Ignite for Oracle Drives Record Quarter Confio Software, the leading developer of Wait-Time based performance tools for databases and the applications that depend on them, today announced that bookings growth for the fourth quarter of 2006 increased by 56% over the prior quarter, a 257% increase from the same period a year ago. Achievements in Q4 included the release and first commercial licensing of the new Ignite™ for SQL Server, extending Confio's Wait-Time database performance methodology from Oracle to Microsoft environments. "The demand for the Confio Igniter Suite products by both new customers and existing sites drove growth for the sixth consecutive record quarter," said Charlie Sander, CEO of Confio. "In addition to adding some new marquee customers, the expansion of licenses and sales of our new Ignite for SQL Server product to existing customers is a testament to the measurable value and immediate impact our products generate." The Igniter™ Suite now includes Ignite for Oracle, Ignite for RAC, Ignite for SQL Server, and Ignite for Java. All are focused on improving service levels for applications using the database, and on reducing the infrastructure cost of operating the databases. Ignite for SQL Server now makes it possible for sites with mixed Microsoft and Oracle environments to use a single system to apply best-practice performance methods across their enterprise. A few notable new customers licensing Ignite in Q4 2006 include Mercury / HP, Metlife, and Network Appliance. Confio Ignite delivers rapid results for database performance management. Customers are able to download, install and begin identifying problems within 30 minutes. Unlike general purpose database performance tools that only count database wide statistics, Ignite identifies the exact Wait-Time impact that each SQL statement has on end user response, and shows specifically how to minimize the delay. Free trials can be obtained instantly at www.confio.com. About Confio Software Confio Software develops Oracle, SQL Server & Java application performance management tools that are revolutionizing how databases and the applications that depend on them are monitored, managed and optimized. Built on industry best-practice Wait-Time methods, Confio Igniter Suite improves service levels and reduces costs for database and application infrastructure. Confio is based in Boulder, Colorado, with customers worldwide. For more information see www.confio.com. Media Contact Mark Peterson Experience Communications for Confio Tel: +1.831.626.4400 ###]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb490969.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb490969.htm Lawrence Whittle Joins as Vice President, International to Respond to International Growth. Simon Caufield, founder and former managing director of Europe has been appointed to the position of Vice President, Global Head of Services. Dr. Robert L. Phillips, founder and CTO has also assumed the role of Vice President of Product Management. All management moves are key building blocks to support the growing worldwide adoption of Nomis Solutions' pricing optimization technology, which enables a Profit-based Pricing approach. [PRWeb Dec 13, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb490969.htm Fri, 22 Dec 2006 20:58:50 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com Nomis Solutions, the leader in Profit-based Pricing for banking and finance, today announced the appointment of Lawrence Whittle, a veteran sales, marketing and operations manager. As Vice President International, he will oversee the expansion and growth of Nomis Solutions' international operations and will report directly to the company's Chairman and CEO, Dennis Stradford. Mr. Whittle's hiring represents a significant building block for supporting the worldwide adoption of Nomis Solutions' pricing optimization technology, which enables a Profit-based Pricing approach. "In the past year, we've experienced an unprecedented amount of interest from banks and finance companies in the U.S., Canada, the U.K, and continental Europe," said Stradford. "With Lawrence's proven track record for success in expanding international operations, and his passion for enabling executives to tap into opportunities for profit improvements, we knew he would be a great addition to our team." Mr. Whittle will be responsible for meeting the international market's demands for adopting a Profit-based Pricing approach. This next frontier in pricing enables banks and finance companies to use price as a strategic lever for achieving corporate objectives. The company has two solutions specifically for the unique needs of the international market: Nomis Price Optimizer for Consumer Lending, for those responsible for improving profitability of their unsecured personal loans (UPL), and Nomis Price Optimizer for Motor Finance, for those executives responsible for motor financing. Mr. Whittle brings 15 years of senior sales, marketing and operations experience, derived from leading the international division of three enterprise software companies. Most recently, he served as Vice President, International at ProfitLogic, Inc., the acknowledged leader in Retail Profit Optimization Solutions. At ProfitLogic, Mr. Whittle established the international subsidiary in Europe and then grew the team and the customer base that contributed to the global success of the company. Based on this success, ProfitLogic was acquired by Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ: ORCL) in mid-2005. "One of the key lessons learned at ProfitLogic was that price optimization technology works best when it is designed specifically for the unique needs of the industry it is trying to serve. That was one of the main draws for me to Nomis Solutions," said Whittle. "The company is the clear market leader because it has taken a very focused approach with banks and finance companies and understands the key profitability drivers that are critical to success. We have a tremendous opportunity to deliver 10-20% profit improvements to banks and finance companies throughout the U.K. and continental Europe and I am very excited to help them achieve those types of benefits." Prior to ProfitLogic, Mr. Whittle spent four years as Vice President of International for Centra Software (acquired in 2006 by Saba Software NASDAQ:SABA), an enterprise software company specializing in online collaboration solutions. At Centra, he established and then led the European team that was a key component of a very successful public stock offering on the NASDAQ market. Earlier in his career he spent seven years as Vice President EMEA for NASDAQ listed Marcam Solutions, (now part of the Infor Group) an ERP software company. Simon Caufield, founder and former managing director of Europe has... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb490969.htm]]> Mark Peterson for Nomis Solutions Nomis Solutions Augments Executive Team to Support the Global Growth of the Profit-Based Pricing Market Nomis Solutions, the leader in Profit-based Pricing for banking and finance, today announced the appointment of Lawrence Whittle, a veteran sales, marketing and operations manager. As Vice President International, he will oversee the expansion and growth of Nomis Solutions' international operations and will report directly to the company's Chairman and CEO, Dennis Stradford. Mr. Whittle's hiring represents a significant building block for supporting the worldwide adoption of Nomis Solutions' pricing optimization technology, which enables a Profit-based Pricing approach. "In the past year, we've experienced an unprecedented amount of interest from banks and finance companies in the U.S., Canada, the U.K, and continental Europe," said Stradford. "With Lawrence's proven track record for success in expanding international operations, and his passion for enabling executives to tap into opportunities for profit improvements, we knew he would be a great addition to our team." Mr. Whittle will be responsible for meeting the international market's demands for adopting a Profit-based Pricing approach. This next frontier in pricing enables banks and finance companies to use price as a strategic lever for achieving corporate objectives. The company has two solutions specifically for the unique needs of the international market: Nomis Price Optimizer for Consumer Lending, for those responsible for improving profitability of their unsecured personal loans (UPL), and Nomis Price Optimizer for Motor Finance, for those executives responsible for motor financing. Mr. Whittle brings 15 years of senior sales, marketing and operations experience, derived from leading the international division of three enterprise software companies. Most recently, he served as Vice President, International at ProfitLogic, Inc., the acknowledged leader in Retail Profit Optimization Solutions. At ProfitLogic, Mr. Whittle established the international subsidiary in Europe and then grew the team and the customer base that contributed to the global success of the company. Based on this success, ProfitLogic was acquired by Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ: ORCL) in mid-2005. "One of the key lessons learned at ProfitLogic was that price optimization technology works best when it is designed specifically for the unique needs of the industry it is trying to serve. That was one of the main draws for me to Nomis Solutions," said Whittle. "The company is the clear market leader because it has taken a very focused approach with banks and finance companies and understands the key profitability drivers that are critical to success. We have a tremendous opportunity to deliver 10-20% profit improvements to banks and finance companies throughout the U.K. and continental Europe and I am very excited to help them achieve those types of benefits." Prior to ProfitLogic, Mr. Whittle spent four years as Vice President of International for Centra Software (acquired in 2006 by Saba Software NASDAQ:SABA), an enterprise software company specializing in online collaboration solutions. At Centra, he established and then led the European team that was a key component of a very successful public stock offering on the NASDAQ market. Earlier in his career he spent seven years as Vice President EMEA for NASDAQ listed Marcam Solutions, (now part of the Infor Group) an ERP software company. Simon Caufield, founder and former managing director of Europe has... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb490969.htm]]> 00:15:00 no